Posted on Feb 4, 2014
What about gaining rank make personalities change?
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Gaining rank has its advantages and disadvantages but what makes someones personality change when more rank is applied? More responsibility? Better than everyone else? Too much time in?
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Power corrupts the corruptible.
Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.
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MHO? A leopard doesn't change his/her spots. If they're a jerk as a buck Sgt or butter bar Lt, that's what they'll still be higher up the food chain. Works the other way too. A good leader's a good leader, no matter what's on the sleeve or collar.
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SSG McMurray,
My wife has commented that my personality has changed with every change in rank. I personally think I am utterly constant. :)
But in all seriousness, it is a combination of reacting to the increase in responsibility and a corresponding increase in confidence level. As the promotion order says, "demonstrated potential for greater responsibility"; someone saw the ability in you and that builds your belief in yourself.
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